Cohabitation in exchange for services: the new solution to the housing crisis

Finding housing is difficult when you are young in the workforce… Whether you are a student, a recent graduate, or a worker, it is always hard to find the El Dorado….
Know that a new concept is emerging: housing in exchange for a service. This concept is based on living with a Host (this can be with a family, with seniors, …) in exchange for some services from the supportive cohabitant such as household chores, childcare, and many others…
But, how is the agreement established between the two parties, how does it work?

The loan for use, how does it work?

This agreement is called a loan for use. Unlike a traditional lease, there are no costs behind the loan for use: simply services that must be provided through various tasks (helping seniors, babysitting, pet care…). It is often an ideal solution for a young person looking to save expenses.

From the borrower’s side

You must reasonably keep in mind that the housing must be left as it was when you first arrived. Respect for others is important here. You are also excluded from certain charges that the owner must pay themselves (electricity, water, gas…). This housing method is particularly advantageous for a young supportive cohabitant.

From the lender’s side

In order to better guarantee trust between your future cohabitant, you must imperatively, carefully, draft a loan for use agreement, to set out the terms and rules to be respected. As such, it is possible to terminate the loan if the tenant exceeds the limits.

Our advice

Within ToitChezMoi, you can benefit from various offers to find secure housing in different cities in France!
Conversely, many Hosts are eager to meet people so that you can help them with your daily tasks. So, whether you are young or older, this concept is made for you.